Hey everyone,
We're excited to announce that Update 15 for virtualFRA is now live!
This is a significant update, and we've made some major changes and additions to enhance your flying experience at Frankfurt Airport.
Here are the key features of Update 15:
Reworked Terminals and New Additions
Reworked Terminal 1B and 1C
We’ve given Terminals 1B and 1C a complete rebuild to improve detail and accuracy. This rebuild includes correct dimensions, aircraft positions, jetway placements, signs, and textures.
We have further improved night lighting to reflect a realistic feeling.
Additionally, the SkyLine Line was added to connect Terminal 1A with Terminal 1B and Terminal 2. All this was built almost entirely by @Tjark. A big shoutout to him - he worked day and night to give you that what you see.
Ground clutter was added, along with ground texture and taxiway line improvements by @ZuluSierra / Steffen.
New SkyLine Stop at Terminal 1A
Added the SkyLine monorail stop at Terminal 1A for added realism. Kudos to @Integralo.
Building behind Terminal 1C
A new building has been added behind Terminal 1C, based on the existing building by @Integralo. The entire Terminal 1C section was rebuild by @Tjark. With that, the gap is now closed and you have a true FRA feeling there.
Construction Site on Taxiway S
Introduced a construction site around V500-V600 (Taxiway S) to reflect real-world changes, thanks to @ZuluSierra / Steffen.
Adjustments for Better Accuracy and Functionality
Adjusted Jetways at Terminal 1B and 1C
Modified jetways and added custom textures made by @Integralo and @rofl-er | Sergej.
Adjustment of Yard and Fence
The yard area behind Terminal 1C and fences around F224 and F225 have been adjusted for better periphery realism, courtesy of @ZuluSierra / Steffen.
Adjustments of Taxiway Lines and Apron Fixes
Aprons and taxiway lines were fixed and adjusted to reflect the current setup of the airport, as observed daily by @ZuluSierra / Steffen. With that adjustment, we should not have any green tinted taxiways anymore.
GSX Profile Update
With the new dimensions, adjustments throughout the airport, the GSX profile received a major update with corrected positions of the VDGS system as well as a better grouping, courtesy of @SimonTricks and @Jonas.
Optimizations
Performance Improvements
Implemented several performance tweaks across the airport for smoother operation, especially on Objects made by @FRAEDDF
What's Next?
Our work doesn’t stop. As we keep refining and expanding virtualFRA, here's a peek into what you can expect in our future updates:
Rework of Terminal
With the release of the PMDG 777-300ER, you will need a proper gate position where Airlines like Emirates and Qatar are located. Guess the Terminal This will be the first major building made by @Niklas | Lufgat.
Lufthansa Landside Buildings
We'll be adding the Lufthansa Aviation Training (LAT), Lufthansa Aviation Center (LAC), and LH Basis buildings.
Custom Ground Textures and Lines
Expect incremental releases of custom textures and lines to enhance the visual ground details of the airport.
Further Performance Improvements
We continuously aim to improve the performance consistently.
Going forward, we plan to provide updates more frequently, although each may contain less content compared to previous larger updates.
This way, we can not only focus on detailed improvements but also ensure that you get enhancements on a more regular basis.
That said, we are constantly looking for more supporters. If you are a 3D artist or want to become one, please feel free to contact us on Discord!
Thank you for your support!
We can't wait to hear your feedback on Update 15 and see you flying around a more immersive Frankfurt Airport.
We won’t stop developing - not now, not when we get the third version of our beloved airport.
Happy flying!
The virtualFRA Team